San Diego Food Bank Response to COVID-19 (Coronavirus)

THE FOOD BANK’S PROGRAMS CONTINUE TO OPERATE DURING THE COVID-19 CRISIS:

The Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank and our North County Food Bank chapter are continuing our food distribution programs during the COVID-19 crisis. The Food Bank is committed to providing food assistance and resources to the 350,000 people we serve every month and those affected by the COVID-19 crisis. Please note that the Food Bank’s 200 food distribution sites throughout San Diego County are continuing to operate for families and seniors to receive food assistance during this crisis.The Food Bank is actively monitoring federal, state and local government guidelines daily and taking necessary precautions to ensure that the food and products that we distribute to our clients remains safe and that our food distributions and volunteer activities can continue.

GET HELP WITH FOOD:

If you are in need of food assistance, please call 2-1-1 from your phone, and a 2-1-1 operator will provide you with the location of your nearest food distribution site. You can also call the Food Bank’s toll free number: 1-866-350-FOOD (3663)

Pandemic EBT | Get Help Buying Food While Schools are ClosedBecause schools are closed due to COVID-19, children who are eligible for free or reduced-price meals can get up to $365 in food benefits in addition to their pick up meals from school. These food benefits are called Pandemic EBT or P-EBT.

Q: How will families get their P-EBT benefits?A: Most families with children who applied for CalFresh or Medi-Cal benefits do not need to apply a second time to receive this card. They will get their P-EBT card in the mail during the month of May.
P-EBT cards will begin arriving around May 12, 2020 through May 22, 2020.

Families with children who are eligible for free and reduced-priced meals and who do not get their
P-EBT card in the mail by May 22 must apply online before June 30, 2020. CLICK HERE TO APPLY.

Q: Can my child/children still receive grab-n-go meals from their school(s)?A: Yes, your student can still pick up grab-n-go meals from school. This card is to provide additional support in addition to the free grab-n-go meals.

With mounting volunteer cancellations due to COVID-19, the Food Bank is actively seeking volunteers to work in our two warehouse locations.

To register for a shift at the San Diego Food Bank in Miramar:

To register for a shift at the North County Food Bank in Vista:

COVID-19 CRISIS – FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

Below, we have provided answers to questions regarding COVID-19 (the Coronavirus).

1. Is the Food Bank still open and continuing its daily operations?

Yes, the Food Bank is still open and continuing our operations as normal. Below are our office hours. Please note, volunteer hours differ by location.

San Diego Food Bank – Miramar

9850 Distribution Ave., San Diego, CA 92121

Administrative Days/Hours:Monday – Friday
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

North County Food Bank – Vista

1445 Engineer St. #110, Vista, CA 92081

Administrative Days/Hours:Monday – Friday 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.

2. Is the Food Bank still accepting volunteers at the San Diego and North County warehouses?

Yes, the Food Bank actively encouraging the community to volunteer. The Food Bank relies on thousands of volunteers every month to help us inspect, sort, pack and distribute food. Training is not required, and there are no time commitments. You may volunteer one time, or on a regular basis. You can sign up to volunteer by visiting our volunteer webpage – CLICK HERE. Please note, there are age restrictions based on specific locations.

3. Is the Food Bank closing any food distributions due to COVID-19?

No, the Food Bank does not anticipate closing any of our food distribution sites due to COVID-19 at this time. For a full list of our regular food distribution partners throughout San Diego County, please visit 211 San Diego – CLICK HERE.

4. Is the Food Bank hosting special COVID-19 food distributions for people in need?

The Food Bank distributes food to more than 350,000 individuals a month in San Diego County. We do this in partnership with more than 500 nonprofit partners ranging from food pantries to soup kitchens. If you or someone you know is in need of food assistance, CLICK HERE for a list of available distributions throughout San Diego County.

5. What is the Food Bank doing to reduce contact and/or the spread COVID-19?

The Food Bank is committed to the safety of our staff, volunteers and visitors. We are closely monitoring announcements from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to ensure that we are following their recommended guidelines. The Food Bank is taking the following proactive and voluntary steps to help reduce contact and/or spread of COVID-19 while visiting.

Providing gloves to all volunteers handling food at our warehouses

Follow “social distancing” guidelines as set out by local, state and federal public health agencies

Making hand sanitizers widely available throughout our warehouses

Increasing the visibility and importance of hand washing in the restrooms and throughout the facility

Please note: We are unable to pick up food donations from residential addresses.

Container Delivery/Donation Pick Up Address

If you've requested to have supplies dropped off or to have donations picked up, please provide a complete street address including zip codes, suite numbers, floor number, etc. (IF DIFFERENT FROM ABOVE)

Will the Food Bank pick up and/or drop off at the same address as listed above?*

Please note: We are unable to deliver to or pick up from residential addresses.

Is there any additional information our team needs to know to coordinate food drive logistics?

Please use this area to list special instructions for our drivers including gate codes, security guards, etc.

Would you like your site to be listed as a public donation drop-off site on our website for the duration of your food drive?*

Yes

No

This means that your food drive would be listed on our website, and members of the public can drop off food donations at your location. Due to safety guidelines, please select “no” if your food drive will be held at a private residence or a school campus.

Food Drive Drop-Off Hours for Website Listing

Please list your organization's hours of operation for accepting food drive donations from members of the public.

Are you interested in hosting a Virtual Food Drive?

Yes

No

Do you have a logo you would like to include on your customized Virtual Food Drive page?

Accepted file types: jpg, png, jpeg.

We recommend uploading a high-res PNG or JPG version of your logo or photo.

Food Drive Registration Submission Agreement*

I understand that this form is a request to register a food drive with the San Diego Food Bank or North County Food Bank chapter. All final confirmations (including container delivery and website listing) will be verified by Food Bank staff via email within three business days.

Sign up for a Partnership Request

Please provide the name of your company or organization.*

Please provide your company/organization's address.*

Please enter your company/organization's website address.*

Please provide the primary phone number for your company/organization.*

Please enter the primary contact's name for this proposed partnership.*

What is the primary contact's email address?*

Please provide a brief description of your partnership proposal.*

Which food bank will this partnership directly benefit?*

What is the start date for this partnership?*

Date Format: MM slash DD slash YYYY

What is the end date for this partnership?*

Date Format: MM slash DD slash YYYY

Where will the partnership/promotion/event(s) take place?*

For example, cities in San Diego County, specific organization locations such as retail stores, restaurants, etc.

Who is the target audience for the partnership?*

Please describe any specific products or services that will be used in the promotion.*

PLEASE NOTE: If a product is involved in the partnership, you MUST provide samples of the product(s) before production and distribution.

Please describe the specific goals that the company/organization has in terms of products/services sales.*

Estimated retail cost of products/ services involved in the promotion:*

Please provide the specific percentage from sales OR amount per item OR percentage of overall proceeds that will be donated to the selected Food Bank.*

What is the estimated amount to be donated to the designated Food Bank as part of this partnership?*

Will the proceeds of the partnership be a general donation or restricted to a specific Food Bank program?*

A general donation

Restricted to a specific Food Bank program

Why are you considering the Food Bank as the beneficiary of this opportunity?*

Does your business or organization have any expectations of the Food Bank in the partnership?*

What is the time frame in which you would like the Food Bank to make a decision about the potential strategic alliance?*

Will your company/ organization use the media (TV, radio, print) to promote the partnership?*

Yes

No

CalFresh Eligibility Request

Please enter your first and last name:*

FirstLast

Street Address*

Apartment Number

City*

Zip Code*

Please enter your phone number:*

Please include area code and extension number, if it applies.

Email Address*

Do you prefer to be contacted by phone or email:*

Phone

Email

Phone or Email

If you prefer to be contacted over the phone, please be sure your voicemail is set up, so we can leave a message in the event you miss our call.

Preferred language:*

English

Spanish

Please indicate which language you prefer when someone from our team contacts you.

Best days to reach you:*

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Check all that apply.

Household size:*

Number of people in household you purchase or prepare food with.

Are any household members disabled or over the age of 60?*

Yes

No

Monthly Income:*

If applicable. Please include income from employment, unemployment benefits, child support, social security, disability, etc.

Are you currently receiving benefits through the Social Security Administration:

Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)

None

Referring Agency

Comments

Register for the 10th Annual MLK Food Drive Challenge

Which high school do you belong to?*

How many students are enrolled at your high school?*

We are requesting this information as some of the awards that are presented to schools by Laurels for Leaders at the end of the campaign are based on the number of pounds collected per capita.

What is your school’s address?*

If you are an individual, please type your home address.

What is the name of the faculty advisor who will be overseeing your food drive?*

What is the faculty advisor’s email address?*

What is the best phone number to reach the faculty advisor?*

What is the name of the student who will be helping to oversee the food drive?*

What is the student’s email address?*

What is the best phone number to reach the student contact?

When would you like your food drive to start?*

Date Format: MM slash DD slash YYYY

Please keep in mind that in order to qualify for the ASB challenge, high schools must host their food drive for two weeks anytime between Oct. 1, 2019 and Jan. 31, 2020.

When would you like your food drive to end?*

Date Format: MM slash DD slash YYYY

Will you be using your own containers (crates, cardboard boxes, etc.) to collect food drive donations?*